Cookie Policy
Last updated: September 4, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Lazy Ads (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://lazyads.ai and use our platform.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides additional detail about how we handle personal data.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be “first-party” (set by the website you are visiting) or “third-party” (set by a domain other than the website you are visiting). Cookies can also be “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” cookies (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
2. Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our platform. They enable core functionality and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_token | Authentication and session management | Session |
| csrf_token | Cross-Site Request Forgery protection | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| lazyads_ref | Affiliate attribution. Set only when you visit an active /r/CODE link. Stores a referral code for 90 days so we can credit the affiliate if you create an account. HttpOnly; not used for advertising profiles. | 90 days |
| lazyads_utm | First-touch marketing attribution. Stores utm_source, utm_medium, utm_campaign, and the landing pathname for 90 days so we can record how you first found Lazy Ads. HttpOnly; first-touch only (never overwritten). | 90 days |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously. You can opt out of these cookies.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics 4 | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Maintains session state | 2 years |
2.3 Preference Cookies
These cookies enable the platform to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Stores your theme preference (light/dark) | 1 year |
| locale | Stores your language preference | 1 year |
| sidebar_collapsed | Remembers sidebar layout preference | 1 year |
3. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, the following third-party services may set cookies on your device:
3.1 Stripe
Our payment processor, Stripe, uses cookies to process payments securely and prevent fraud. These cookies are essential for completing transactions. For more information, see Stripe's Privacy Policy.
3.2 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to measure website traffic and usage patterns. GA4 cookies collect data anonymously and help us improve our services. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
4.1 Cookie Preferences
Visitors in regions that require prior consent for non-essential cookies (notably the EEA, United Kingdom, and Switzerland) see a cookie consent banner on first visit that allows them to accept or reject analytics and advertising cookies. Outside those regions, measurement cookies are used by default. You can update your preferences at any time through the cookie settings link in the footer of our website.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically set your browser to block all cookies, accept all cookies, or notify you when a cookie is set. The steps to manage cookies vary by browser:
- Chrome:Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox:Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari:Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge:Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies
4.3 Do Not Track
We respect Do Not Track (DNT) signals sent by your browser. When we detect a DNT signal, we disable non-essential analytics tracking.
4.4 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our platform, such as logging in to your account. Disabling analytics cookies will not affect your ability to use the Service.
5. Cookie Consent
In accordance with applicable data protection laws (including the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive), where prior consent is required we obtain it before placing non-essential cookies on your device. We determine this based on your approximate location (country).
Essential cookies do not require consent as they are strictly necessary for the operation of the Service. In consent-required regions, analytics and advertising cookies are only activated after you accept them through our cookie consent banner. Elsewhere they are enabled by default unless you opt out via cookie preferences.
You may withdraw your consent at any time by updating your cookie preferences. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@lazyads.ai
Website: https://lazyads.ai